Description
Strawberry Santas are adorable, no-bake holiday treats combining fresh strawberries with a light cheesecake filling. Perfect for festive gatherings, this quick and easy dessert is kid-friendly, healthier, and ready in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 12 large strawberries
- 1 cup whipped cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Decorative red and black icing for the face
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries:
- Wash and pat dry the strawberries.
- Slice off the stem end to create a flat base, then cut each strawberry into two pieces: the bottom as Santa’s body and the top as the hat.
- Make the Filling:
- Mix whipped cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Transfer to a piping bag with a star tip.
- Assemble:
- Place the strawberry bases on a platter, flat side down.
- Pipe the filling to form Santa’s beard and face.
- Add the strawberry tops as hats.
- Dab filling on the tip of each hat for a pom-pom and use decorative icing for facial features.
Notes
- Serve immediately for best freshness.
- Substitute cream cheese with ricotta for a different twist or vegan cream cheese for dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Holiday Treat
